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Wimpy officially ditches plastic straws

The move is said to be part of their commitment to reduce non-recyclable waste throughout their stores.

Wimpy officially ditches plastic straws

The move is said to be part of their commitment to reduce non-recyclable waste throughout their stores.

Casual Dining Group adds new courses in development programme

The training programme for employees within the hospitality industry focuses on marketing, strategy and finance.

Tossed sees turnover fall 6.8% to £9.3 million in FY18

The company expects the figure to increase in the next financial year after acquiring Vital Ingredient last March.

Greggs unveils new vegan sausage roll

The new item was launched after a petition for the item was signed by more than 20,000 people.

Coca-Cola completes acquisition of Costa Coffee

The news comes after the beverage company gained the approval of the sale in the European Union and China.

Esquires Coffee to launch new outlet in Leicester

The upcoming site is set to serve its coffee range by January 2019.

Smooth booking processes and recognition of a special occasion impacts restaurant reviews, study says

Holding occasions such as birthdays and anniversaries are said to be ‘make or break moments’ for operators.

Papa John's opens a new store in Peterborough

This is their second store in the area.

Harry Ramsden's reaches their 90th anniversary

The brand currently has over 35 outlets across the UK.

Chilango to launch New Year menu

Gluten-free and vegan options will be featured in the new range.

Patisserie Valerie's parent company to replace auditor

This comes whilst Grant Thornton UK’s audit of Patisserie’s financial statements for 2015-2017 is being investigated by Britain’s accounting watchdog.

Hancock's American Kitchen and Bar launches three new outlets

The Rochester-based dining chain has also signed a deal for their seventh site in Dover.

Gourmet Burger Kitchen Makes Progress as 14 out of the 17 stores slated for closure have shuttered

GBK's South African owner, Famous Brands, has announced it has now closed 14 of the 17 stores scheduled for closure under the terms of the recently agreed CVA.

Carluccio's receives £10 million cash injection from parent company for brand reboot

The chain aims to improve their store design, food, service and website.